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How do I get the AKC papers for my pit bull?

Check with the dog's breeder to find out if the parents were registered. If so, you need to fill out an application for registration with information such as the color and markings of the dog, the transfer date, your name and address, and the dog's name. If you did not purchase the dog from the original breeder, you need to submit a supplemental transfer statement for each transfer of the animal. The entire registration process can be completed by mail or online.\nIf you are unable to obtain AKC papers due to lost paperwork or breeder error, you must obtain a copy of the dog's p..

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What is a group of chickens called?

A group of hens (or female chickens) is called a brood, and a group of baby chicks is called a clutch. \n\nChickens have combs: the red floppy skin around their head and neck. These combs serve as a cooling system because chickens do not sweat like humans. They also have hollow bones, as do all birds, to make them lighter for flight. Chickens have an interesting medullary bone system that produces calcium for eggshell formation. These specialized bones are located throughout the female's body. When a chicken eats, the bird's quick digestive tract passes the food through the body in o..

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What are some popular dog food brands?

Veterinarians recommend that protein, rather than grains or other starches, should be the first ingredient listed in dog food. Private label dog foods are available in wet and dry formulas for healthy dogs and those with allergies, thyroid issues, weight problems and other conditions. Among the private label brands, Addiction, Canidae, Nature's Logic and NutriSource offer a variety of formulas and rate well for high quality protein, omega 3 fatty acids and grains. These tend to be higher priced than most commercial brands and offer protein from sources such as lamb, bison and venison.\nCo..

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Can deer have more than one baby?

White-tailed deer, the most common North American species, typically have one to three fawns per year per mature doe. Mule deer, common in the western United States, usually give birth to a single fawn in their first breeding year and twins thereafter. Red deer, native to Europe, northwest Africa and North America, usually produce one to three fawns per year. Roe deer of Europe have a similar reproductive pattern. Fallow deer, which can be found in Europe, Asia Minor and North America, usually produce only a single fawn per doe but can have twins.

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Do goldfish shed their scales?

Goldfish rely on their scales and the protective slime coat growing on the scales to protect them against bacterial and fungal infections. If a goldfish shows signs of scale loss, look for possible causes. Remove hard objects and any aggressive tank mates. Treat infections with medication from a pet shop, or consult a veterinarian. Limit handling of the fish to prevent further damage. Relieve conditions that may contribute to infections by keeping the tank water clean, adding small amounts of aquarium salt, preventing overcrowding and feeding the goldfish good-quality fish food that is not cor..

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How much do sea turtles weigh?

Sea turtles are rarely found on land, but the females make their way on land to lay their eggs on warm beaches during nesting season.\n\nBoth species of sea turtles are considered endangered. While the green variety makes its home in the southeastern part of the United States, Puerto Rico, Hawaii and the Virgin Islands, leatherback turtle populations take residence in worldwide bodies of water.

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What are some facts to teach kids about brown bears?

Although they are classed as carnivores, brown bears get much of their food from nuts, berries, roots, leaves and fruits. They eat prey animals of all sizes, from insect grubs and small rodents to caribou and moose. They also eat the remnants of other predators' kills. During salmon runs in North American rivers, brown bears catch and eat many of the fish. Bears can eat up to 90 pounds of food daily.\nBrown bears weigh only 14 to 18 ounces at birth, but they grow into some of the planet's largest carnivores. Brown bears range in size from 176 pounds for a small female to 1,213 pounds..

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What are some fascinating facts about bats?

One of the oldest bat fossils is about 52.5 million years old and is identical in many ways to modern bats. However, a 2008 fossil discovery showed a bat species lacking echolocation but capable of flight, indicating that flight evolved before echolocation.\nBat and bird wings are analogous structures, meaning that they serve the same function but are structurally dissimilar. Rather, a bat's wing is physically similar to the forelimbs of many other mammals, including humans. Bat wings show modifications for flight such as long fingers to support wing membranes and a less-flexible wrist th..

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What are some examples of scruffy dog breeds?

The cesky terrier has a long body, short legs and a rough coat. The dog is known for its suspicion of strangers and its calm nature around its own family. These little terriers sometimes are dominant over dogs of different breeds, but they mostly get along with both cats and other dogs.\nThe affenpinscher has a wiry, thick coat and wisps or hair falling over its face. The affenpinscher was bred to control mice and performs very well in agility competitions.\nThe border terrier is a small dog with a wiry, coarse coat. Bred to dispense with foxes, the dog is highly alert and needs lots of exerci..

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Do ducks mate for life?

Mallard ducks pair up in October or November each year to mate. Once the female lays her eggs, the male leaves her to care for the young. Male mallards will forcibly mate with females who are unattached, regardless of their species and regardless if they already have a brood of babies.\n\nGeese are the largest members of the duck family. Geese always mate for life and both parents are involved in raising their young.

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